What is it ? – A magical little 18th century country pub in a sleepy hideaway village in the middle of nowhere. The Black Swan is currently in the Top 50 Gastropubs. What`s Cooking ? – There`s nothing complex in Scotts food and you`ll only find 3 or 4 components to each dish….BUT , you can guarantee…
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Forest Side – Michelin dining in Grasmere.
What is it ? – One of the finest country house hotels in the North of England. Luxurious 20 room accommodation with food of the highest standards in the UK. What`s Cooking ? – Well sourced ingredients from throughout the UK with strength from the Cumbria region. Who`s Cooking ? – Chef Paul Leonard previously of The Devonshire…
The Punch Bowl Inn, Crosthwaite.
What is it ? – A well established 17th century country pub serving up good quality locally sourced food. What`s Cooking ? – Country pub food using local and well sourced ingredients. We asked for a Tasting menu in advance and Chef was happy to cook for us. Who`s Cooking ? – Chef Alex Beard….
The Black Bull , Sedbergh.
`The Black Bull` – What is it ? – A 17th Century Coaching Inn with 18 Bedrooms, Bar, and Dining room / Restaurant. Where is it ? – The Black Bull is right in the centre of Sedbergh (Sed-Ber) in Cumbria. Staying here will situate you perfectly for venturing into the Lake District and the…
The Ryebeck , Windermere.
What is it ? – A traditional English country house hotel / Restaurant. Where is it ? – Just outside Bowness on Windermere , a very busy tourist town right in the heart of the Lake district. Who`s Cooking ? – Nick Edgar spent 15 years working for Raymond Blanc at 2 Michelin starred Le…
Askham Hall , Lowther Estates.
It`s taken me far too long to get myself over to Askham hall and after staying there for a night I really can`t wait to return again. For those wanting a hidden escape in a romantic little Cumbrian village then this is definitely the place to head to. The 13th century hotel (formerly the family home…